Netflix series 'The Empress' hits Top 10 in 85 countries
Netflix reports that the first two seasons of "The Empress" have entered the Top 10 in more than 85 countries. The drama, set in the latter half of the 19th century, follows the life of Empress Elisabeth of Austria‑Hungary. Devrim Lingnau Islamoğlu stars as Elisabeth, while Philip Froissant portrays Emperor Franz Joseph I. Filming takes place in a Bavarian castle, though the historic palaces belong to Austria. Showrunner Katharina Eyssen says she feels emotional hearing from international fans.
Key facts
- Devrim Lingnau Islamoğlu receives fan messages from Ukraine, Iran and African nations.
- Philip Froissant reports increased tourism to historic sites linked to the series.
- Filming location is a Bavarian castle, not the Austrian palaces of Elisabeth.
- Showrunner Katharina Eyssen was raised with Sisi stories and is moved by global fan feedback.
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Why it matters
The series demonstrates worldwide appetite for European historical stories.
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First published from Asharq Al-Awsat